Pastor Waymon Swopes works at his desk during his years as senior pastor of Greenwood Baptist Church. He served as pastor from 1987 until his retirement in 2010.

Pastor Waymon Swopes works at his desk during his years as senior pastor of Greenwood Baptist Church. He served as pastor from 1987 until his retirement in 2010.

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Before the pews, there was a saloon: Greenwood Baptist celebrates 100 years

Greenwood
Thursday, October 15, 2026
There was something fitting about the timing of Greenwood Baptist Church's 100th anniversary...
A downed power line blocks South County Road 1150 following heavy thunderstorms Thursday that brought flooding and storm damage to Greenwood. The Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department responded to multiple reports of downed power lines and trees during the storm.

A downed power line blocks South County Road 1150 following heavy thunderstorms Thursday that brought flooding and storm damage to Greenwood. The Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department responded to multiple reports of downed power lines and trees during the storm.

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Greenwood firefighters deal with flooding, drivers ignoring roadblocks

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Heavy thunderstorms dumped 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain across the Midland area Thursday, leaving roads flooded, trees and power lines down and volunteer firefighters busy responding to calls.
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Early voting begins with major races, MCUD bond on November ballot

Midland County
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Early voting is underway in Midland County for the Nov. 3 general election, with voters deciding several state and federal races, along with a $299 million bond proposal for the Midland County Utility District (MCUD).

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GHS Trunk or Treat Sunday, Oct. 25

Greenwood
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Greenwood High School’s Trunk or Treat is set for Sunday, Oct. 25, from 5-7 p.m. in the high school’s west parking lot. There will be games, activities, food trucks, and more than 20 student organizations passing out candy.
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Tumbleweed Smith
Thursday, October 22, 2026
I used to do commercials for movies being shown in our local theater. I went to the theater owner’s office one day to get info about upcoming shows. He handed me a business card and said, “this guy came by the other day and said a film company would be shooting a movie in our town.”
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Greenwood cross country dominates district meet, claims three championships

Andrews
Thursday, October 22, 2026
The Greenwood cross country program delivered an outstanding performance at the UIL District 3-4A Championships on Oct. 12, capturing three district team championships and three runner-up finishes at the Champions Performance Center in Andrews.

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Rangerettes sweep Pecos to improve to 6-1 in District

News Staff
Thursday, October 8, 2026
GREENWOOD — The Greenwood Rangerettes continued their strong run through district play with a straight-set victory over Pecos. After being pushed in a tight opening set, Greenwood steadily took control of the match.
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Greenwood Performance Cheer Team Builds Confidence, Community Spirit

Greenwood Performance Cheer Team Builds Confidence, Community Spirit

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Greenwood Performance Cheer Team Builds Confidence, Community Spirit

News Staff
Thursday, August 20, 2026
As the Greenwood community prepares for another exciting school year, one organization continues to inspire young athletes while spreading Ranger pride throughout West Texas—the Greenwood Performance Cheer Team.

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Lil' Ranger Nation celebrates first graduating class

News Staff
Thursday, June 4, 2026
GREENWOOD - The 4-year-old class at Lil' Ranger Nation, Greenwood ISD's daycare program, celebrated a milestone last week as its students graduated and prepared to begin kindergarten this fall. According to GISD Superintendent Ariel Elliott, there were 13 students in the inaugural graduating class.
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